OKC Thunder Legend Russell Westbrook Makes Heartfelt Post
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OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – MAY 22: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder talks to the media after Game Three of the Western Conference Finals in opposition to Golden State Warriors in the course of the 2016 NBA Playoffs on the Chesapeake Energy Arena on May 22, 2016 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or utilizing this {photograph}, User is consenting to the phrases and circumstances of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by J Pat Carter/Getty Images)
Russell Westbrook is coming off a season the place he appeared in 64 video games for the Sacramento Kings.
The future Hall of Famer had averages of 15.2 factors, 5.4 rebounds, 6.7 assists and 1.3 steals per contest whereas capturing 42.7% from the sector and 33.8% from three-point vary.
He will develop into a free agent this summer time.
Russell Westbrook Makes Heartfelt IG Post
gettyMAY 24: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder speaks to the media after their 118 to 94 win over the Golden State Warriors in recreation 4 of the Western Conference Finals in the course of the 2016 NBA Playoffs at Chesapeake Energy Arena on May 24, 2016 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
On Mother’s Day, Westbrook made a heartfelt post for his spouse (Nina).
There have been over 11,000 likes in ten hours.
He wrote: “Happy Mother’s Day to the Queen! We love you and we APPRECIATE you more than anything in the world. Thank you for being the anchor in our family. I love you ❤️ forever.”
Jaylen Brown, Troy Brown Jr., Cole SwiderDorell Wright and Quincy Olivari have been among the many NBA gamers to love Westbrook’s publish.
The 2017 MVP has a historical past of sharing form messages for his spouse on Instagram.
He wrote (on January 16, 2025): “My Queen, I’m extremely grateful to share each day with you, Your love makes my life complete in so many ways. I’m excited to see what God has planned for you because I will be right on your side every step of the way. I Love you suga and I appreciate you and everything that you do. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!🎊🎉🎂🎈”
Westbrook’s NBA Career
gettyRussell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after a made basket in opposition to the Portland Trail Blazers in the course of the second half of recreation three of the Western Conference quarterfinals at Chesapeake Energy Arena on April 19, 2019 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Westbrook was the fourth choose within the 2008 NBA Draft out of UCLA.
He spent the primary 11 seasons of his profession with the Oklahoma City Thunder, who established himself as an NBA legend.
Following the Thunder, Westbrook had stints with the Los Angeles Lakers, LA Clippers, Denver Nuggets, Washington Wizards, Houston Rockets (and Kings) over 18 years.
His profession averages are 20.9 factors, 6.9 rebounds, 8.0 assists and 1.6 steals per contest whereas capturing 43.8% from the sector and 30.8% from three-point vary in 1,301 video games.
gettyRussell Westbrook #18 of the Sacramento Kings dribbles the ball throughout their recreation in opposition to the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center on March 05, 2026 in Sacramento, California.
Westbrook shall be an intriguing free agent this summer time.
At 37, he’s nonetheless a productive level guard who might assist out quite a lot of groups.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been overlaying the NBA for over seven years. He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar